Senior Team Lead, Software Development

Basis:

Contractor

Area of Interest:

Embedded Engineering

Location:

Krakow, Poland

Who we are:

Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
 
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
 
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Team Lead, Software Development who will provide strategic business impact and independently manage the day-to-day operation, coaching and mentorship of a software development team in various areas of the business.  If you love technology and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

As a Senior Team Lead, Software Development, your key area of responsibility will be to provide proactive thought leadership and remain solutions focused. Leveraging expert knowledge in front and back end programming languages. Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, reliable code to develop high throughput, performance critical, scalable applications.

To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated the ability to successfully lead people, teams, or projects multiple times in different contexts. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and the ability to drive strategic direction and operational excellence.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Direct and manage software development projects; ensure the development and implementation of efficient, clean code with assigned team that satisfies customer requirements.

  • Align to business goals and manage the team with regards to task assignments, work arrangements and other Software Development Department expectations.

  • Ensure work progress stays on schedule and updates stakeholders on project status.

  • Install, manage, measure and change an Agile development process, e.g., SCRUM, Kanban.

  • Collaborate with other development teams and stakeholders/other departments on design and implementation of features spanning multiple products.

  • Execute Test-Driven and Security-Driven Development.

  • Conduct comprehensive testing and code reviews to ensure that code quality is maximized and best-practices are followed.

  • Lead and participate in development of prototypes, minimum viable products and PoCs.

  • Appropriately document system design and architecture such that it is easy to understand, maintain and extend.

  • Provide expert project-leadership and guidance to the team as a SME.

  • Oversee the activities and performance of direct reports.

  • Support Geotab global strategic initiatives.

What you'll bring to the role:

  • Bachelor or Diploma in Computer Science, Electrical/Software Engineering or other related degrees.

  • 6+ years experience as a Software Developer using object-oriented programming to build scalable applications.

  • 3+ years of relevant people management experience/people leadership

  • Experience with Python, Google Compute Engine and Google BigQuery.

  • Experience with SQL Server and Postgres database design, optimization and writing queries.

  • Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/CSS, JavaScript, XML, ES6, jQuery) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js, Vue.js) and experience with UI/UX design .

  • Expert knowledge with optimizing databases (e.g. MySQL).

  • Knowledge of multiple general-purpose programming languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python) .

  • Proficiency in Git, or some other distributed source control tool, and are comfortable with resolving merge conflicts and renaming branches, etc.

  • Leadership experience in a team-oriented workplace.

  • Success with coaching and development of employees.

  • High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.

  • Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions and manage projects through to completion.

  • A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

  • Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).

  • Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
 
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
 

Why job seekers choose Geotab:

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Medical benefits offered to you and family members
Online learning and networking opportunities 
Subsidized fitness membership
Co-pay tuition reimbursement

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work:

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
 
We believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.
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